A Diarrheal Outbreak Is Reported at a Private School in Columbus

A diarrheal outbreak is reported at a private school in Columbus, Ohio.  Six healthy children age 10-11 and two teachers developed acute vomiting and diarrhea within a 2-day period.  They describe the diarrhea as watery and without blood or mucus.  Three of those affected are febrile during their illness.  None of the patients have traveled abroad recently, and all are up to date with their vaccinations.  Stool test results are pending.  Which of the following pathogens is the most likely cause of the illness?

A) Adenovirus
B) Campylobacter jejuni
C) Clostridioides (formerly Clostridium) difficile
D) Enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli
E) Norovirus
F) Rotavirus
G) Salmonella typhi

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